World Opera by Lawrence Robert (31 results)

hardcover. Condition: Near Fine. includes dust-jacket. DETAILS: near fine dust-jacket, cover price $3.50, attractive copy, near fine yellow cloth. LAWRENCE, ROBERT. The world of opera. New York: Thomas Nelson & Sons, 1956, no additional printings noted on copyright page, , . "Here is a sprightly guide to the whole world of opera: the repertoire, singers and conductors; the managers, audiences and critics; the opera houses here and the changing scene abroad--all of this splendid, glamorous world is here in The World of Opera. Robert Lawrence, well-known as a conductor, writer and critics, begins his tour of this world with a discussion of the old, old question: 'In opera which comes first, the words or the music?' His answer--and he is most convincing--is that singing comes first. The world of opera is filled with marvelous music and libretti, and there will be more to come; but only the human voice, perfectly trained, can bring these works to fulfillment and make them live for us. Having taken this stand, his estimates of the greatest singers of the immediate past are of especial interest, and he has provided a gallery of appreciations of singers who have particularly impressed and interested him. His remarks on the talent and art of Rosa Ponselle, Lucrezia Bori, and Grace Moore, of Beniamino Gigli, Giovanni Martinelli, and Ezio Pinza--and scores of others--should stir up hours of heated discussion among opera lovers throughout the country. Himself a conductor, Lawrence knows much about the temperament of conductors, their training, and the differences in interest and merit between their concert and opera performances; and his chapter on them, with sketches of Sir Thomas Beecham, Bodanzky, Reiner, Serafin, Stokowski, Bruno Walter, and Toscanini, is vivid and revealing. The complicated problems of management are sympathetically discussed and a great deal of light is thrown on the backstage sub-world of the opera. For audiences, Lawrence has both good and bad words. He even finds some good in the modern claque! Winding up with a discussion of the professional versus the amateur musician and of the future of opera in this country and throughout the world, Lawrence leaves us with a new and deeper understanding of all phases of one of the most popular arts of today." - CONTENTS: Part one. The essence of opera: its basic material -- The repertoire: operas before the public and works that stand on the shelf -- The traditions: unwritten rules of performance, and how they work -- The departures: radio, phonograph and television -- Part two. The singers: their preparation, responsibilities, and foibles. Some outstanding performers of the past twenty-five years -- A prima donna writes her memoirs -- The conductors: their background, duties, working relationship with singers -- The producers: stage directors, scenic designers, choreographers, with a glance at current trends -- Part three. The management: the impresario, his powers and problems, the workings of his general staff -- The audience: a study of operatic listeners, from boxes to standing room -- The press: a round for the critics -- Part four. Toward a national opera: the rise of university workshops and local companies -- The international scene: a brief sketch of foreign activities in opera -- The finale: theories, crises, explosions.…

Hardcover. Condition: very good. Dust Jacket Condition: very good. no additional printings listed . NOT an ex library book. 208 pages including the index. Dust jacket has no chips or tears, price is clipped.

Cloth. Condition: Very Good. Dust Jacket Condition: Good. 8vo. 208pp. Cloth. Illus. b&w photos. Index. A guide to the whole world of opera: the repertoire, singers and conductors; the managers, audience and critics; the opera houses here and abroad. Dj is worn with a few short tears.

hardcover. Condition: very good. very good(-). Illustrated. 208pp., 8vo, cloth, d.w.; dust jacket price clipped and with some light chipping. A very good copy in a very good (-) dust jacket.

Condition: Good. Good condition. Good dust jacket. (operas, stories, plots) A copy that has been read but remains intact. May contain markings such as bookplates, stamps, limited notes and highlighting, or a few light stains.

Hardcover. Condition: Very Good. Dust Jacket Condition: Good. 1st Edition. In excellent used condition. Jacket show some wear around the edges.

Condition: New.

Condition: As New. Unread book in perfect condition.

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Hardcover. Condition: Good. Dust Jacket Condition: Fair. 208 Pages With Index In Rear. 4 Parts With 14 Chapters. Foreword In Front. No Markings On Pages; Pages Tight; Clean; Minor Page Wear; Series Of B/W Glossy Photographs In Two Sections Of Book. Yellow Hard Covers With Lettering On Front Cover And Spine. Slightly Faded Dust Jacket With White And Yellow Lettering On Front Cover; Opera Interior In Background. Image Of Author Robert Lawrence (Conductor; Critic; Lecturer) And Bio On Back Dj.Some Rubbing; Few Nicks On Dj Edges; Part Sections Are: The Essence Of Opera; The Singers; The Management; And Toward A National Opera. Author Presents A Sprightly Guide To The Whole World Of Opera. He Provides The Greatest Singers Of The Immediate Past; The Training And Temperament Of Conductors; Problems Of Management; And The Future Of Opera Throughout The World. A Rare Vintage Copy.…

Hardcover. Condition: Very Good. First Edition. First Edition, First Printing. Not price-clipped. Published by Thomas Nelson & Sons, 1956. Octavo. Hardcover. Book is very good with yellowing on page edges and a sticker small on pastedown. Dust jacket is very good with yellowing, nicks and tears throughout.100% positive feedback. 30 day money back guarantee. NEXT DAY SHIPPING! Excellent customer service. Please email with any questions. All books packed carefully and ship with free delivery confirmation/tracking. All books come with free bookmarks. Ships from Sag Harbor, New York.…

Condition: As New. Unread book in perfect condition.

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Hardcover. Condition: Near Fine. Dust Jacket Condition: Very Good. First edition. 208pp. Illustrated with black and white plates. Slight toning on endpapers, tiny indentation on front board, near fine in a very good dust jacket with nicks and tears, and small stains.

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Hardcover. Condition: Very Good. Dust Jacket Condition: Very Good. First Edition. First Edition, First Printing. Published by Thomas Nelson and Son, 1956. Octavo. Yellow boards stamped in blue. Book is very good. Sharp corners and spine straight. Binding tight and pages crisp. Previous owner inscription on half title page and toning to page ends. Dust jacket is very good with light shelf wear and a few nicks to the spine . 208 pages. 100% positive feedback. 30 day money back guarantee. NEXT DAY SHIPPING! Excellent customer service. Please email with any questions or if you would like a photo. All books packed carefully and ship with free delivery confirmation/tracking. All books come with free bookmarks. Ships from Southampton, New York.…

Condition: As New. Unread book in perfect condition.

Hardcover. Condition: Very Good. Dust Jacket Condition: Very Good. First edition. Very good in a very good dustwrapper. Signed by the author.

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Hardcover. Condition: Very Good.

LeatherBound. Condition: NEW. BOOKS ARE EXEMPT FROM IMPORT DUTIES AND TARIFFS; NO EXTRA CHARGES APPLY. Leatherbound edition. Condition: New. Leather Binding on Spine and Corners with Golden leaf printing on spine. Bound in genuine leather with Satin ribbon page markers and Spine with raised gilt bands. Pages: 234. A perfect gift for your loved ones. Reprinted from 1956 edition. NO changes have been made to the original text. This is NOT a retyped or an ocr'd reprint. Illustrations, Index, if any, are included in black and white. Each page is checked manually before printing. As this print on demand book is reprinted from a very old book, there could be some missing or flawed pages, but we always try to make the book as complete as possible. Fold-outs, if any, are not part of the book. If the original book was published in multiple volumes then this reprint is of only one volume, not the whole set. IF YOU WISH TO ORDER PARTICULAR VOLUME OR ALL THE VOLUMES YOU CAN CONTACT US. Resized as per current standards. Sewing binding for longer life, where the book block is actually sewn (smythe sewn/section sewn) with thread before binding which results in a more durable type of binding. Language: English Pages: 234.…

Paperback / softback. Condition: New. This item is printed on demand. New copy - Usually dispatched within 5-9 working days.

Paperback / softback. Condition: New. This item is printed on demand. New copy - Usually dispatched within 5-9 working days.

Leather Bound. Condition: New. Language: English. Language: English. Presenting an Exquisite Leather-Bound Edition, expertly crafted with Original Natural Leather that gracefully adorns the spine and corners. The allure continues with Golden Leaf Printing that adds a touch of elegance, while Hand Embossing on the rounded spine lends an artistic flair. This masterpiece has been meticulously reprinted in 2025, utilizing the invaluable guidance of the original edition published many years ago in 1956. The contents of this book are presented in classic black and white. Its durability is ensured through a meticulous sewing binding technique, enhancing its longevity. Imprinted on top-tier quality paper. A team of professionals has expertly processed each page, delicately preserving its content without alteration. Due to the vintage nature of these books, every page has been manually restored for legibility. However, in certain instances, occasional blurriness, missing segments, or faint black spots might persist. We sincerely hope for your understanding of the challenges we faced with these books. Recognizing their significance for readers seeking insight into our historical treasure, we've diligently restored and reissued them. Our intention is to offer this valuable resource once again. We eagerly await your feedback, hoping that you'll find it appealing and will generously share your thoughts and recommendations. Lang: - English, Pages:- 232, Print on Demand. If it is a multi-volume set, then it is only a single volume. We are specialised in Customisation of books, if you wish to opt different color leather binding, you may contact us. This service is chargeable. Product Disclaimer: Kindly be informed that, owing to the inherent nature of leather as a natural material, minor discolorations or textural variations may be perceptible. Explore the FOLIO EDITION (12x19 Inches): Available Upon Request. 232 232.…